%0 Journal Article
%A López Pedraza, Leticia
%A Fernandez Alonso, Victor
%A Velarde Garcia, Juan Francisco
%A González Hervias, Raquel
%A Garcia-Ines Alcalde, María
%A Galiano Fernandez, Petra
%A Alvarez Embarba, Beatriz
%T The Perspective of Young Maghrebi People With a Migratory Background and Their Social Agents on Substance Use During the Migration Process: A Qualitative Study
%D 2024
%@ 1043-6596
%U https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/133217
%X Introduction:People with a migratory background often face traumatic experiences increasing the risk of mental health problems and substance use. It is important to gain a greater understanding of the perspectives of substance use among North African young people with a migratory background and social agents.Methodology:A qualitative phenomenological study was conducted. Purposive sampling methods were used to recruit 14 male participants and 9 social agents. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and focus groups, and processed by thematic analysis.Results:Four themes were identified: beginning of cross-border consumption that worsens at the reception centers; different ways of obtaining and accessing substances; reasons leading to substance use; and mental health care needs during the migration process.Discussion:The implementation of individual-centered and culturally adapted psychosocial support programs can significantly contribute to mitigating psychological challenges, preventing substance use, and promoting greater well-being among people with a migratory background.
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